1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1951 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Charger is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 232 kg more than 1951 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1951 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
